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sarasara

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What assessment made by the nurse would lead the nurse to suspect hip dysplasia?
 
  a. Asymmetrical gluteal folds
  b. Limited adduction of the affected side
  c. Foot turned inward
  d. Deep inguinal creases

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a macrosomic newborn whose mother has diabetes. What should the nurse assess for with this neonate?
 
  a. Hypoglycemia
  b. Erythroblastosis fetalis
  c. Intracranial hemorrhage
  d. Pancreatic failure


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SeanoH09

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The gluteal folds are asymmetrical because the head of the femur has slipped out of the acetabulum. There is also limited abduction of the affected side, and when the legs are flexed the affected leg seems to be shorter.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The newborn of a mother with diabetes is prone to hypoglycemia.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jun 28, 2018
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